Find A Therapist
We can connect you with therapists trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is an evidence-based approach that supports individuals, couples, and families in strengthening emotional bonds and working through relationship and emotional difficulties.
Areas of Support
Couples
Individuals
Families
Therapists may work in one or more of these areas depending on their training and experience.
Training and Experience
Therapists in this directory have completed different levels of training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, including:
Certified EFT Trainer
Certified EFT Supervisor
Certified EFT Therapist
Advanced Training
Foundational Training
Finding the Right Fit
Each therapist profile includes profession, accreditation, location, areas of support, level of EFT training, and contact details.
You are welcome to contact therapists directly to find the therapist who feels like the right fit for you.
Therapist Directory
Important Information:
Therapists listed in this directory are independent practitioners and are responsible for the services they provide.
Information on this page is supplied by each therapist.
EFT Training Level Definitions
Therapist: Has completed the foundational training in EFT.
Additional: Additional training beyond the foundational level (only applicable to couple therapists).
Certified: Completed additional training and is certified in EFT specialisation.
Supervisor: Certified and further trained to mentor and supervise other therapists.
Modality of Work
EFCT (Couples)
EFIT (Individuals)
EFFT (Families)
James Parrin
EFCT supervisor, EFIT supervisor, EFT Trainer
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IAHIP)
Location: Provides Online Therapy
James Parrin is the founder of the Irish Centre for Emotionally Focused Therapy. He is an EFT trainer, ICEEFT (International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy) certified EFT trainer, supervisor/consultant and therapist.
Contact: jparrin04@icloud.com
Teresa Bergen
EFCT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist, Sex Therapist, Couples Therapist (MIACP, MCOSRT)
Location: Dublin 2
Website:sextherapy.ie
Contact:teresabergen1@gmail.com
Fiona Carolan
EFCT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist, Family Therapist (MA.ED, HDCG, FTAI. CPI. ICEEFT)
Location: Maynooth, Co. Kildare
Fiona is an experienced Psychotherapist and Family Therapist, who qualified in Family Therapy in 2003 and has worked with the Genesis Family Therapy Service in Blanchardstown, and in private practice since 2004.
With a foundational background in Education (B. Ed 1986) Fiona augmented her career with an MA Ed in 1997 and qualified as a Career Guidance Counsellor in HDCG in 1998.
Following many years’ experience in this sector, it became apparent to Fiona that many individual problems were rooted in, and stemmed from, within the family and social construction. This inspired her to pursue a qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy.
Fiona has continued to broaden her exploration of therapy practice, becoming one of first practitioners in Ireland to be accredited as an Emotionally Focused Therapy in 2015.
Fiona works with Individuals, Couples and Families, helping clients with a wide range of complex issues – stress, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, relationship issues and family conflict.
Contact:fgcarolan@gmail.com
Michael Collender
EFCT Certified
Location: New Ross, Co. Wexford
Michael Collender is a graduate of the NUI Galway, where he studied Counselling Psychology, and UCC, where he obtained the MA in Psychotherapy. He is also a fully accredited member of IAHIP. Michael believes at the core of our being is the longing for connection in relationships that truly matter to us, and when communication becomes frustrated, it’s only natural for us to feel insecure with those we wish to be attached to. By offering counselling for couples, Emotionally Focused Therapy strives to enhance and deepen such connection, of which he is privileged to witness in being a fellow traveller with couples on this unique part of their journey. Michael also works with individuals, and has a keen interest in how loss, such as bereavement, ill health, unemployment can impact and challenge our lives. He also works with people who are diagnosed with cancer, or who are terminally ill, and who are searching for meaning.
Contact:collendermichael@gmail.com
Kay Doherty
EFCT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Counsellor, (BACP)
Location: Derry, N. Ireland
I have a Higher Diploma in Relationship Counselling & an Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I have been counselling for many years and love what I do. I have a great passion for meeting couples / individuals with relationship issues. Emotionally Focused Therapy has given me the skills to assist clients in dealing with their recurring negative patterns and facilitate them to go ‘deeper’ and address their core underlying emotions discovering what is really happening between them.
I love working alongside these clients. The change can be transforming and allows clients to get to that place where they really ‘get’ each other. I understand the need for empathy with each, getting to know where they are at in the relationship and giving them the space and time to listen to each other.
At the end of counselling clients can then believe that there is a positive future together. They have developed the skills to be aware of their behaviour and recognise when they may be slipping back into the negative cycle again. They can then change their behaviours to allow positive interactions where they begin again to hear and understood each other and are able to get their relationship back to where they feel re connected. The negative cycle can be replaced with love, understanding and security.
I feel alive when new clients come with their individual issues, working alongside them as they develop a secure base and a deep connection with each other.
Contact:info@kaydoherty.ie
Shelly Flanagan
EFCT Therapist
Profession & Accreditation: Counsellor, (IAHIP)
Location: Dublin 2
Shelly has been involved in personal development for over 20 years. She is a fully qualified psychotherapist, undertaking her training at the Institute of Creative Counseling and Psychotherapy and is an accredited member of IAHIP. Shelly is a gifted facilitator who works effectively with individuals, couples and groups. She is passionate about helping couples through relationship difficulties to a place of real healing, where alienation and conflict are replaced with security, love, and connection.
Website:www.shellyflanagan.com
Contact: shellyflanagan74@gmail.com
Dr. Lia Gallagher
EFCT Therapist
Profession & Accreditation: Counselling Psychologist, (PSI)
Location: Ardara, Co. Donegal
Lia is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 13 years of experience supporting children, families, adults and couples through a range of relational and emotional challenges. Lia has worked in various public health settings including Primary Care, Adult and Youth Mental Health and Disability services.
Lia’s work is grounded in person-centred values that respect your individuality and capacity for growth. She is curious about the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. Lia can help you to uncover and understand these patterns, in order to repair, heal and ultimately thrive in your relationships.
Patricia Gallagher
EFCT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Dip. Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy (MIACP, SRN, IEEFT(E))
Location: Dalystown, Co. Westmeath
Experienced and fully qualified Integrative Humanistic Therapist with The Institute of Creative Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Further training with Dublin Rape Crisis Centre and I’ve completed a Masters Practitioners Program in Eating Disorders.
State Registered Nurse (SRN) and an Art and Drama Facilitator (Fetac level).
Contact: patricia-gallagher@hotmail.com
Jenny Gregg
EFT Supervisor, EFT Trainer, EFIT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IACP)
Location: Bandon, Co. Cork | Online Therapy Available
Lia is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 13 years of experience supporting children, families, adults and couples through a range of relational and emotional challenges. Lia has worked in various public health settings including Primary Care, Adult and Youth Mental Health and Disability services.
Lia’s work is grounded in person-centred values that respect your individuality and capacity for growth. She is curious about the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. Lia can help you to uncover and understand these patterns, in order to repair, heal and ultimately thrive in your relationships.
Contact: jennymgregg@gmail.com
Dr. Kirby Jeter
EFCT Therapist
Profession & Accreditation: BSc; MSc; Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, PSI
Location: Ballygarvan, Co. Cork
Kirby is an experienced psychologist with a background across multiple mental health settings. She takes an integrative approach to therapy, using an attachment and trauma-informed lens. Kirby enjoys working with individuals, families, and couples to support them in strengthening their relationships, navigating challenges, and fostering deeper emotional connections.
Contact: drkirbyjeter@gmail.com
Nuala Kavanagh
EFCT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IACP, NAPC)
Location: Tullamore, Co. Offaly
I am an experienced therapist committed to supporting couples through the pain of relationship discord. I work to support people learn new patterns of communicating and to achieve a healthy, secure bond.
Contact:nuala.m.kavanagh@gmail.com
Dr. Ánie Lombard
EFCT Additional
Profession & Accreditation: HCPC (PYL31683) and PSI (M12836C)
Location: Dungarvan, Co. Waterford - Remote therapy also available.
Áine is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. She has further qualifications in therapies such as ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Since qualifying in 2014, Áine has lived and worked in the UK, the Middle East and more recently, mainland Europe before returning to Ireland in 2022. She has worked in a variety of settings (NHS, charities, medical centres) with people from all over the world. These experiences have led her to develop a deep interest in working with individuals and couples offering culturally sensitive therapy. She will work collaboratively to engage with and understand your difficulties within a safe, confidential and supportive setting, where you and your partner will be treated with respect and compassion.
Contact: contact@bluesky-psychology.ie
Website:www.bluesky-psychology.ie
Pauline Macey
EFCT supervisor, EFIT supervisor, EFCT Certified, EFFT Certified, EFIT Certified
Location: Boladurragh, Co. Wexford
Contact:paulinemacey@gmail.com
Tracy Mallon
EFCT Additional
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IACP, NAPC)
Location: Longwood, Meath & Capel Street, Dublin
Heartful Connections Counselling is a psychotherapy service founded by qualified & IACP accredited psychotherapist, and certified mindfulness trainer, Tracy Mallon. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups for mindfulness training/practice.
The nature of her work is one of authentic and compassionate relationship, with a strong influence from Dr. Susan Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Her approach is person-centred and integrative, drawing on several therapy modalities such as Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Mindfulness. Bringing wide knowledge of current neuroscience research in the working of our brain, mind, heart, and body connections. Tracy has a special interest and experience in working with issues around trauma & recovery.
“We know we can be hurt in relationship, but I am passionate about our proven ability to also heal in relationship.” Tracy Mallon.
Heather Moore
EFCT Supervisor, EFIT Supervisor
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IACP, IAHIP)
Location: Pearse Street, Dublin
Heather is an accredited psychotherapist (MA Psych, MIACP, MIAHIP) with 12 years experience working with couples and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds. Fundamentally she works in a humanistic integrative way which focuses on the primacy of the therapeutic relationship. Her background in art and design teaching has facilitated her in practicing in creative ways ensuring safety and sensitivity to all ages. Currently, Heather works as a part-time lecturer in Dublin Business School as a core trainer in psychodynamic theory and practice. She is passionate about couple work and the importance of attachment theory in addressing the underlying issues.
Contact:heddymoore@gmail.com
Mark Peters
EFCT Additional
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (BAPC)
Location: Armagh, Northern Ireland
Mark has been a qualified psychotherapist for over 12 years working with couples and individuals. He is passionate about helping people who are encountering relationship difficulties.
Accredited Member of BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy)
Contact: markpeterstherapist@gmail.com
Wei Sim Ho
EFCT Certified, EFFT Certified, EFIT Certified
Profession & Accreditation: Psychotherapist (IACP, IAHIP)
Location: Lombard Street East, Dublin
Weisim Ho is an experienced psychotherapist who has been working with adults and adolescents since 2010. She is passionate about helping couples work through their difficulties and to form a stronger bond and understanding of each other, so that conflict and reactivity can be replaced with connection, security and healing. She is an integrative and humanistic psychotherapist and draws especially from attachment styles and trauma work in working with couples. Weisim is also a lawyer by background and has worked for a number of years with Pieta House working with adults and adolescents who are suicidal and self harm.
Contact:Weisim.ho@gmail.com
Website:www.dawncounselling.ie